Jackson, USACE breaks ground on new child center

Fort Jackson and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers broke ground Oct. 20 on a new child development center that is a sign of the commitment to its familie… Fort Jackson and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers broke ground Oct. 20 on a new child development center that is a sign of the commitment to its families and to Army readiness. The $24.5 million, 37,300-square-foot facility that will provide modern childcare services for more than 300 children ranging from six weeks to under 6 years old, is scheduled to open in 2029. “Once complete, the center will mark a critical milestone for all on the entire installation,” said Col. Robin D.

Husted, Army Training Center and Fort Jackson acting commander, during the ceremony. “… It directly strengthens our ability to train the future of our force. Most importantly, this facility will stand as a visible symbol of our unwavering commitment to the families who call Fort Jackson home.” Brig. Gen. Zachary L. Miller, USACE South Atlantic Division commander, said the project will have a direct impact on Soldiers. “There’s no project that I am more attached to personally or professionally that has a more direct and lasting impact to our Army and our Soldiers than a child development center,” he said. “When a Soldier goes into the field, or